Instinct Freshdried Bites Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dog Food Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Chicken & Blueberries Dog Food
Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Chicken & Blueberries Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.6. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Instinct Freshdried Bites Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dog Food and Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Chicken & Blueberries Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.6 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
35.00% | 40.00% |
| Fat | 33.00% | 32.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 4.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
6.00% | 5.00% |
| Calories | 4698 kcal/kg | 4625 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart, Pumpkin Seeds, Carrots, Apples, Sweet Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Montmorillonite Clay, Ground Flaxseed, Lactic Acid, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Salmon Oil, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Potassium Chloride, Tricalcium Phosphate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Mixed Tocopherols (for freshness), Blueberries, Spinach, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Necks, Chicken Heart, Chicken Liver, Dried Egg, Blueberries, Ground Chicken Bone, Apple Cider Vinegar, Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Carrots, Broccoli, Kale, Spinach, Parsley, Salmon Oil, Ground Flaxseed, Inulin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermnetation Product, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols (as preservative), Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Dried Kelp, Potassium Chloride, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Aid. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Bone health, Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support, High energy | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Whole Pieces | Whole Pieces |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Adult | Puppy, Adult, Senior |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Yes |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
Yes | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Chicken Liver
- Chicken Heart
- Apple
- Sweet Potato
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Chicken & Blueberries Dog Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.6 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart, Apple, Sweet Potato.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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